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Michael Kiarie

@michaelkiarie

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I build scalable fintech and web systems while leading engineering teams.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I'm open to full-time remote or hybrid roles where I can build scalable web and fintech systems, lead and mentor engineering teams, modernize legacy platforms, and deliver measurable business ROI.

At Dafric Logistics and Optimuse Technologies, I lead a cross-functional team of seven developers and build systems that improve accountability, deployment quality, and operational efficiency.

I designed an Integrated Information Management System that reduced resource waste by 45%, led a CodeIgniter II-to-IV fleet-system migration that increased daily usage by 50%, and delivered a Vue.js and GraphQL rebuild that grew organic traffic by 150%.

I also build fintech automation with Laravel, M-PESA, Vue.js, and FastAPI—from hire-purchase collections across 50+ branches to youth portals serving thousands of active members. I care about clean code, practical ROI, mentoring engineers, and remote collaboration.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Developer & Team Lead

Current

Dafric Logistics LTD | Optimuse Technologies

May 2022 - Present (4 years 4 months)

Directs a cross-functional team of 7 developers, standardizing code review protocols and CI/CD pipelines to reduce deployment errors by 20%. Designed and implemented an Integrated Information Management System that cut company resource waste by 45% through real-time fund trackability and accountability modules.

Laravel Vue.Js GraphQL CI CD Docker DigitalOcean Nginx Git Agile Scrum Technical Documentation

Lead Technical Consultant

iChael inc

May 2021 - May 2022 (1 year)

Engineered a comprehensive hire-purchase automation system for a firm with 50+ branches, integrating M-PESA for automated collections and a robust HRM component. Revolutionized logistics operations by implementing automated Laravel-based workflows, resulting in a 35% increase in operational throughput.

Laravel M Pesa API Automation Process Optimization Technical Advisory SME Architecture

Full-Stack Developer

One Touch Interactive

Aug 2020 - Apr 2022 (1 year 8 months)

Automated a core microfinance system using CodeIgniter, streamlining loan processing and member management. Enhanced a high-traffic betting platform in CakePHP, optimizing database queries to handle peak user loads without latency.

CodeIgniter CakePHP Database Optimization Microfinance Performance Optimization